Our Canadian Culture Mission

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Maple Leaf Iconic Design™ — BY GA was created with a simple but ambitious vision:

to turn the maple leaf into a living, buildable symbol of Canada – a symbol people can sleep in, walk through, and experience around the world. We are not just designing buildings.

We are building a Canadian architectural symbol that carries our culture, values and pride into every city where a Maple Leaf Iconic project stands.

 

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The Maple Leaf as Architecture

 

For us, the maple leaf is more than a logo on a flag. It represents:

 

• Canada’s nature and landscapes – forests, lakes, seasons, snow and light

• Canada’s peaceful, welcoming character – safety, stability and hospitality

• Canada’s creativity and innovation – doing something bold, but with heart

 

Maple Leaf Iconic Design™ — BY GA transforms this symbol into towers, resorts, docks, pools and pavilions – always with the maple leaf at the core of the concept.

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Canadian Values in Every Project

 

Every Maple Leaf Iconic hotel, resort or mixed-use project is designed to reflect key Canadian values:

 

• Nature & Wellness – Nordic spa elements, water, forest and sky connections

• Diversity & Inclusion – spaces that welcome guests from all cultures and backgrounds

• Respect & Integrity – honest, high-quality design and construction

• Innovation & Future Thinking – new forms, new experiences, new ways to stay

 

Even when a Maple Leaf Iconic project is built outside Canada, it should still feel Canadian in its soul.

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One Leaf per City, One Resort per Region

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To protect the meaning of the symbol, we follow a simple rule:

 

• One Maple Leaf Iconic tower per major city in the world.

• One Maple Leaf Resort & Nordic Spa per travel region int he world.

 

 

This keeps each project rare, special and recognizable as a true ambassador of Canadian design – not just another building, but a landmark.​​